The renewable energy sector is growing as states aim to curtail their carbon emissions and establish a more sustainable strategy to generate energy. Despite this, there are arguments that large-scale renewable energy developments do not contribute towards community sustainability and local economies. According to recent research, community energy projects – renewable energy projects that are part or fully owned by a geographically distinct community – are seen as a means of generating energy in a way that is more sympathetic, equitable and sustainable. This article reviews the current literature that debates the benefits and obstacles facing the community energy sector.
Keywords
Community energy, renewable energy, community development, sustainable development, local ownership.
Reference
Haf, S. (2015), 'Ynni adnewyddadwy cymunedol: adolygiad o’r sefyllfa bresennol a phosibiliadau’r sector unigryw hwn', Gwerddon, 20, 10-29. https://doi.org/10.61257/DXHM7797